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Mon, 20 Jul 2015 22:02:04 +0000en-UShourly1http://wordpress.org/?v=369Q&A: Bottle & Bottega Franchiseehttp://bottleandbottega.com/blog/qa-bottle-bottega-franchisee-rupa-kale/
http://bottleandbottega.com/blog/qa-bottle-bottega-franchisee-rupa-kale/#commentsWed, 10 Jun 2015 03:38:29 +0000http://bottleandbottega.com/?p=1342Continue reading →]]>Bottle & Bottega’s impressive group of franchisees across the country have made outstanding strides toward making the brand a household name, enriching the local small business community and bringing a little bit of color to their customers’ lives. New Jersey franchisee Rupa Kale is no exception.

What was your career before opening a Bottle & Bottega in Central New Jersey, and why did you leave it?

Before I opened Bottle & Bottega in Summit, New Jersey in early 2013, I worked in the fashion and beauty industry for 27 years, 18 of which were spent in corporate finance/supply chain management. I had always wanted a business of my own and I was no longer feeling satisfied with my career. I wanted to continue working hard, but for myself. Resigning and joining the Bottle & Bottega team to follow my dreams was the best step I’ve ever taken.

Why did you choose to invest in Bottle & Bottega?

I love arts, entertainment and connecting with the community. I love throwing great parties and really enjoy the company of people. This concept allows me all that and more – it was the perfect match!

What has the community response been so far?

The community has responded very well to the Bottle & Bottega concept. From the beginning, when I started with pop-up parties, the response has been amazing. Now they join me in my studio for special events and everyone has fun.

What are your most popular events?

Our Paint Your Pet event has consistently been very popular – I just love helping my guests explore their artistic sides. We’ve also had a great response for our Mother’s Day events.

What kind of media coverage have you gotten to support your business?

My store has been well supported through media coverage in Entrepreneur Magazine, NJ.com, Daily Record and many other local and regional publications. I’ve also appeared on CBS New York to support our Paint Your Pet event.

For more information about Bottle & Bottega’s exciting plans for franchise expansion and to learn more about the Bottle & Bottega franchising opportunity, please click here.

The brand’s Chicagoland growth territories span Lake, Cook, DuPage, Kane, Will and McHenry counties. The region is looking to add as many as 5 additional markets to add to the 7 already sold.

Recently profiled in the Daily Herald Business Ledger, the art and wine franchise’s most recent addition Chris Bonk spoke about his background in commercial art and advertising and the transition to business ownership with the team of experts at Bottle & Bottega.

“The concept fit in with my experience and I am a people person,” the Palatine resident said. While researching business options, the vibe and style of the concept had him hooked. He expects to join other suburban locations and open his studio this summer in Arlington Heights.

As a testament to the strength of the brand in Chicagoland, Bottle & Bottega has recently signed an agreement with local entrepreneur Karen Hautzinger to open Shaumburg’s first Bottle & Bottega.

Click here to read the full story in the Daily Herald Business Ledger. For more information about Bottle & Bottega’s exciting plans for franchise expansion and to learn more about the Bottle & Bottega franchising opportunity, please click here.

]]>http://bottleandbottega.com/blog/bottle-bottega-featured-chicago-area-publication-expanded-growth-plans/feed/0Leadership Team Bio: Nancy Bigleyhttp://bottleandbottega.com/blog/leadership-team-bio-nancy-bigley/
http://bottleandbottega.com/blog/leadership-team-bio-nancy-bigley/#commentsTue, 07 Apr 2015 23:22:27 +0000http://bottleandbottega.com/?p=1301Continue reading →]]>Bottle & Bottega’s leadership team is dedicated to the ongoing growth and support of the brand and franchisees. One key player behind the success of Bottle & Bottega is CEO and Co-Owner Nancy Bigley.

Nancy developed and launched the Bottle & Bottega franchise system in November of 2011. Prior to her role at Bottle & Bottega, Nancy had been involved in franchising since the early 90s, working in franchisee operations and executive leadership for brands such as Dunkin’ Brands, American Leak Detection and The Dwyer Group.

After many years of corporate success, Nancy was still looking to fulfill her dream of launching and running her own franchise concept. When she was introduced as a mentor to Bottle & Bottega and her now business partner Stephanie King-Myers, she knew she had found the perfect concept to launch her dream.

Now with 17 locations across eight states, Nancy’s influence at Bottle & Bottega is clear. She is responsible for all aspects of the company’s strategy development and execution, as well as franchise development, operations, systems and technology.

Nancy has a bachelor’s degree in business management from California Polytechnic University, San Luis Obispo and an MBA from California State University San Bernadino. She is also heavily involved in the International Franchise Association (IFA) and volunteers her time as a mentor to other new franchisors through the organization’s Franship program. Nancy also serves on the Membership Committee and is Vice Chair of the Women’s Franchise Committee.

]]>http://bottleandbottega.com/blog/leadership-team-bio-nancy-bigley/feed/0Bottle & Bottega Named Among Nation’s Top 200 Franchiseshttp://bottleandbottega.com/blog/bottle-bottega-named-among-nations-top-200-franchises/
http://bottleandbottega.com/blog/bottle-bottega-named-among-nations-top-200-franchises/#commentsMon, 23 Feb 2015 03:22:30 +0000http://bottleandbottega.com/?p=1268Continue reading →]]>We are excited to announce that Franchise Business Review, a franchise industry research firm specializing in issuing and analyzing franchisee satisfaction surveys, has named Bottle & Bottega one of the nation’s top 200 franchises. The list, entitled “The Best of the Best, Top 200 Franchise Systems List for 2015,” ranked hundreds of participating franchise companies by their overall levels of franchise owner satisfaction.

To measure franchisee satisfaction, the Franchise Business Review surveyed franchisees from nearly 350 franchise companies, representing 28,500 franchisees. Companies surveyed were all sizes, including smaller companies with as few as 10 franchise owners, as well as very large franchise companies with several thousand locations. Franchises were evaluated in five areas: training and support, franchise system, franchisor/franchisee relations, financial opportunity and overall satisfaction.

To read more about Bottle & Bottega’s latest Franchise Business Review ranking click here. To see what makes owning a Bottle & Bottega franchise such a rewarding experience and what qualities differentiate us from other franchises, check out the infographic below.

Interested in becoming a part of the Bottle & Bottega family? We want to hear from you! Click here to learn more about the opportunity to own your own business, create a new life and make a lasting impact on your community with a paint and wine Bottle & Bottega franchise.

]]>http://bottleandbottega.com/blog/bottle-bottega-named-among-nations-top-200-franchises/feed/0Ladies’ Night Events | Nude Models Bare All for Art and Wine Partyhttp://bottleandbottega.com/blog/ladies-night-events-nude-models-bare-ladies-night/
http://bottleandbottega.com/blog/ladies-night-events-nude-models-bare-ladies-night/#commentsTue, 10 Feb 2015 22:32:26 +0000http://bottleandbottega.com/?p=1233Continue reading →]]>From black canvas to mixed media, our brand differentiators are one of the many reasons our art and wine franchise continues to rise above the competition. Our signature Ladies’ Night Out event is one example of how we are standing out in the industry.

The first in our category to feature a step-by-step painting tutorial of a nude male model, our iconic Ladies’ Night Out painting party has become a nationwide sensation. Recently, we began to introduce themed Ladies’ Night Out events such as “50 Shades of Sexy,” a one-of-a-kind painting party designed to celebrate the release of the new movie “50 Shades of Grey.”

The Ladies’ Night Out event is offered on-site at each of our nine studio locations, as well as off-site at restaurants, nightlife venues and private residences around the country. During the events, a nude male model disrobes before the attendees. From there, guests are guided through a hands-on (no pun intended) painting tutorial. Each of our guests leave the event with a masterpiece of the human form to hang on their wall at home.

Covered by many of the nation’s leading news sources such as The Chicago Tribune and The Miami Herald, the event is gaining attention in major U.S. cities across the country. Sold out within days of being posted to our event calendar, these events are a hit with our growing fan base.

]]>http://bottleandbottega.com/blog/ladies-night-events-nude-models-bare-ladies-night/feed/0Work with a Purpose: Paint Your Pethttp://bottleandbottega.com/blog/work-purpose-paint-pet/
http://bottleandbottega.com/blog/work-purpose-paint-pet/#commentsFri, 09 Jan 2015 21:57:48 +0000http://bottleandbottega.com/?p=1210Continue reading →]]>At Bottle & Bottega, our mission is to improve communities by creating events that cater to a variety of interests and local causes. The brand’s Creating for a Cause initiative embodies directly this mission with Bottle & Bottega’s one-of-a-kind painting parties designed to further bolster charitable contributions and strengthen community relationships.

Each June, as part of Bottle & Bottega’s Creating for a Cause program, we align ourselves with National Pet Adoption Month by executing signature Paint Your Pet parties. These events are a unique concept in the sip and paint industry that Bottle & Bottega created. Currently, these events occur in more than 16 markets across the nation and have proven to be a great success.

Paint Your Pet is a fun, sharable community gathering that takes place in studios or as a pop-up event. A portion of the profits from each event is donated to local shelters or anti-cruelty organizations of the franchisee’s choice. Pet owners and enthusiasts have the opportunity to bring a photo and paint their furry friend with the guidance of a professional instructor and a glass of wine – all while doing good for the community!

Each quarter, Bottle & Bottega locations are encouraged to participate in a variety of activities like Paint Your Pet and, to assure success, are given all the tools needed for execution, including marketing materials and traditional and social media outreach support.

]]>http://bottleandbottega.com/blog/work-purpose-paint-pet/feed/0Buzzing Art & Wine Franchisehttp://bottleandbottega.com/blog/buzzing-art-wine-franchise/
http://bottleandbottega.com/blog/buzzing-art-wine-franchise/#commentsFri, 09 Jan 2015 21:48:38 +0000http://bottleandbottega.com/?p=1206Continue reading →]]>The past 18 months have been our most exciting yet: Our franchise initiative kicked into high gear. We are currently present in eight different markets, with eight pop-up and eight studio locations. Additionally, we have taken strides to make our guests’ experiences even more rewarding and entertaining.

At Bottle & Bottega we are constantly challenging the norms to lead the way in the wine and design franchise category, and we have innovative programs to prove it.

An example of our ongoing commitment to distinguishing the Bottle & Bottega brand is the recent introduction of mixed media classes. Introduced as way to celebrate the New Year with a new expressive art form, this trendy artistic style layers several visual elements with painted designs.

Additionally, our newly implemented loyalty rewards system is now completely electronic. The online platform allows guests to register for events, manage points and earn rewards — all housed in a single location.

Another focus that separates Bottle & Bottega from the crowd is our creative approach to corporate team-building events. Hosted in our studios, at company headquarters or in any preferred venue, each collaborative and creative experience is a unique opportunity to inspire, celebrate success, and foster team morale.

With these types of advancements, we equip our family of franchisees with the training and materials needed to have a rewarding entrepreneurial experience.

Bottle & Bottega’s creativity and solid business model are infectious. They compel our franchisees to aim high and think big! As proof, Bottle & Bottega and its franchise partners are drawing the attention of various high-profile media outlets that have taken remarkable interest in our story. The brand is consistently making a splash with feature stories appearing in local and national news. But don’t just take our word for it, click on our sizzle reel below and see for yourself.

Once you get a taste of all the excitement we are creating at Bottle & Bottega, visit our website to learn more about how you can join the party franchise.

From our inspiring classes that appeal to a wide array of guests to our energetic atmosphere, the experience is unforgettable. Through a blend of hands-on interactive painting sessions that include on-site art instruction and a glass of wine to set your creative side in motion, we help guests create their own masterpieces to bring home. No matter the occasion, our painting parties are well suited for a number of celebrations, including private or public group events, as well as individual and corporate team building.

An experience like no other, the business has grabbed the attention of men and women alike who want to be part of a party franchise on the rise. Bottle & Bottega encourages individuals who are at once creative and business savvy to embrace these aspects of the Bottle & Bottega investment opportunity. Appealing to a diverse demographic, Bottle & Bottega offers a dynamic business model, and no art experience is required.

Our innovative approach to franchising is what attracts our franchise partners. We have a process in place to arm interested individuals with the tools they need for a strong and quick launch into any market.

In fact, in just five years since its launch and just a few years into franchising, the Bottle & Bottega concept has grown from the Chicago market to 16 locations in eight different states.

During the first six months of operation, our franchisees operate a mobile studio allowing them to generate momentum for their business while scouting real estate options to ensure their studio location best fits the brand’s demographic.

Given these unique attributes and the response from motivated individuals to join the Bottle & Bottega art franchise system, Entrepreneur magazine recently named Bottle & Bottega one of its “10 Biggest Opportunities” in a feature article. To read what Entrepreneur magazine had to say or to see more of Bottle & Bottega in the news, click here.

And now that we’ve got Bottle & Bottega buzzing around in your head, learn more about joining our fun family of franchisees on our website. You have our permission to “wine” at work.